Ultrasonic Waves Give Texture to Display Screens

Mar-07-14 Fujitsu has unveiled a haptic technology that uses ultrasonic waves to create a texture for the images on the screen.

While other companies have also developed ways to simulate the feeling of texture, they have relied on electrical components. In contrast, Fujitsu developers used ultrasonic vibrations to create a variable friction layer over the screen. Altering the degree of friction allows for the simulation of different textures, such as a crocodile’s skin or the strings of a harp.

Fujitsu believes the technology could have applications in online shopping, and plans to bring the technology to market in 2015.

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